In World War II, the US took on more than 425,000 POWs. Texas housed nearly double prisoners than any other state. Explore with us what life was like at the 70 camps scattered around Texas and how locals adjusted to the prisoners. Learn how many of the POW returned home after the war Crazy for Texas too.
Interview with Miles Toler with the New London School explosion Museum and Cafe.
Our love of East Texas drove Crazy for Texas to share a story not mentioned in textbooks. Listen along to hear of one of the gravest school tragedies, not just in Texas history, but in American history and the lasting legacy of the New London School Explosion of 1937 that affects you and I to this very day.
Inspired by our trip to Anahuac, Crazy for Texas is here to share the story of Thomas Jefferson Chambers whom Chambers County is named after. Listen along to hear of his contribution to our great state of Texas, the details of his murder mystery, and the discovery of an unknown daughter.
From its native inhabitants to a feud of town ownership, join us on a historical roadtrip to Anahuac, Texas.
Introduction to the journey here at Crazy for Texas. Come join us on this journey across our great state of Texas.